She was born on May 11th 1925, in Snyder, TX. A daughter of the late Harry J. Gill and Nellie Fay Fowler.
Melba was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, John H. Ratliff; her two sons Steve and Mike, grandson Kerry, and grand daughter Brigett.
Melba is survived by her son Don and daughter Judy; 12 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She has also left many other family members and friends that will sadly miss her.
She was a member of The Church of Christ. She was a homemaker with a love of antiques.
A viewing will be held at Grand Prairie Funeral Home on Monday April 12th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, and graveside services, officiated by Koh Box, Tuesday April 13th at 11:00 am.
The pallbearers will be Brian Ballow, Jeffrey Dukes, Jonathan Turnbow, and Caleb Turnbow.
WE WILL MISS YOU GRANNY!!!!!
